Towel Cervical Distraction - how to get neck pain relief
Exercise Overview
Towel cervical distraction is a gentle self-traction technique used to reduce pressure on the neck and temporarily ease pain or stiffness. It is commonly used for mechanical neck symptoms when light unloading of the cervical spine feels relieving.
Muscles Involved
Upper trapeziusLevator scapulaeSuboccipital musclesSternocleidomastoidCervical paraspinals
Related Conditions
Mechanical neck painCervical muscle spasmNeck stiffnessCervicogenic headacheCervical facet irritation